Nancy Jaffers has written an article that brings up some important points, especially regarding the loss of electricity. For example, how would you supply water to your horses if you’re on a well? Nancy points you to some good solutions to problems you’re likely to experience if your area is hit with a tornado, wildfire, or other natural disasters. You can read her excellent article at http://www.nj.com/sports/njsports/index.ssf/2013/02/when_an_emergency_looms_horseo.html . Nancy’s articles appear every Sunday on-line at http://www.nj.com/ in the equestrian column she writes for nj.com.

Welcome to the Fire Safety in Barns

This website is for everyone who has animals they want to protect from fire. Because this website was originally focused on the horse industry and fire safety, some of the information may seem pertinent to only equines, but that is definitely not the case. Basic fire prevention can be practiced in any structure and for the benefit of any oxygen-breathing animal. All animals have value, whether emotional or economic, and as a guardian of our fellow creatures, we have the responsibility for ensuring they are protected from peril. If you didn’t believe that you wouldn’t be here.
Thanks,
Laurie Loveman